Cast Iron Military Tank (WWI/WWII Style)
Likely A.C. Williams (possibly Arcade or Hubley) • Antique Cast Iron Toys
Toy Category
Vehicle / Military Toy
Year Released
circa 1920s - 1930s
Condition
Good/Fair. The body shows significant paint loss and 'flea bites' along the edges. The axles are present but the wheels are missing. Significant dust accumulation in the crevices.
Estimated Market Value
$35.00 - $65.00
Description
A heavy, solid cast iron military tank modeled after early 20th-century 'landship' designs. Features an olive drab green paint finish, embossed treading and rivet details, a central fixed turret/cupola, and side-mounted cannons. The unit originally possessed small wooden or metal wheels attached to the visible metal axles under the treads to allow the toy to roll.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
$35.00 - $65.00
Auction Estimate
$25.00 - $45.00 (Due to missing wheels)
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Mass-produced standard release; likely manufactured in Ravenna, Ohio, USA
Model Number
Not explicitly marked (Commonly identified by size: 4-inch or 6-inch variant)
Toy Type
Cast Iron, non-articulated static mold with separate axles
Toy Condition
Good/Fair. The body shows significant paint loss and 'flea bites' along the edges. The axles are present but the wheels are missing. Significant dust accumulation in the crevices.
Packaging Condition
No Packaging (Sold loose)
Rarity & Significance
Common for the era, but historically significant as an example of American toy manufacturing during the Interwar period. A.C. Williams was one of the largest cast iron toy makers in the world at the time.
Special Features
Features two-piece iron construction held together by a central screw or internal friction pins (depending on the specific casting run).
Notable Variations
Exists in various sizes; variations in paint color (some were silver or dark grey) and wheel material (metal vs. wood) are common based on the production year.